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Puli of the Bopa caste lives on the outskirts of
Jaisalmer.
Indian people show less interest in listening to the Bopa's songs than
they did in the past. Many Bopa Gypsy people follow the path of their
ancestors. Most still make their livelihood from music and chants,
which they perform for small monetary donations. The new generation in
India does not appreciate Bopa music or culture. Bopa women are among
the most beautiful in Rajasthan and they hope their charms will be
enough to sell cheap accessories to the tourists. Puli Bopa lives in a
ghetto in Jaisalmer. Everyday she walks to the gate of the old town,
hoping to sell her necklaces and bracelets. But it is difficult being
considered of low caste, and she is not allowed into the old touristy
part of the city. |
